Australia: Renewables drive progress, provide oppo
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THE LATEST PROJECTIONS by the Department of Climate Change, Energy and Water discussed by Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen this morning highlight the transformative impact of critical policies starting in 2025 – including the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) and an expanded Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS). These initiatives are set to accelerate Australia’s shift to cleaner energy, transport, and industry, with the NVES projected to slash 20 million tonnes of climate-wrecking pollution by 2030 alone.
Renewables powered more than one-third of Australia’s grid over the past year. Major projects – like the 700 megawatt battery replacing Eraring’s retired coal-fired power station set to be the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, and Victoria’s 100% publicly owned solar farm and battery near Horsham – coming online can help cut climate pollution further.
https://newshub.medianet.com.au/2024/11/renew...omy/78512/